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Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G700

The Bell 525 Relentless is a twin‑engine, fly‑by‑wire helicopter aimed at offshore, corporate shuttle, and mission utility rather than intercontinental business travel. Its range is roughly on the order of 1,000 nautical miles (depending on payload and reserves), and typical passenger capacity is about 16–19 seats in high‑density layouts, with fewer in executive configurations. The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets designed for nonstop intercontinental flights. Both offer published maximum ranges around 7,500 nautical miles class: the Global 7500 is commonly cited at about 7,700 nm, while the G700 is marketed around 7,750 nm (figures vary by assumptions). In passenger terms, each is usually configured for about 10–16 passengers in luxury cabin layouts, can be arranged for higher counts (often up to around 19), and typically carry two to four crew. Overall, the Bell 525 prioritizes vertical lift access and point‑to‑point flexibility over distance, while the Global 7500 and G700 prioritize speed, cabin volume, and true intercontinental range.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessBombardier Global 7500Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
Min Crew224
Total Seats181416
Flight RulesIFR——
ManufacturerBellBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessGlobal 7500G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)58077007500
Max Cabin Seats161919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)6675——
Standard Cabin Seats161212
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$75,000,000$78,000,000
DOC / nm—$ 9.50—
Aircraft Type—Business Jet—
DOC / nm / Seat—$ 0.79—
Direct Operating Cost—$ 4,900—
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew224
Total Seats181416
Max Cabin Seats161919
Standard Cabin Seats161212
Lavatory—2 Enclosed Flushing—
Crew Rest—YesOptional
Jump Seat—YesYes
Galley Location—FWDFWD
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / Refreshment—Galley—
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—4500—
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYes—
ModelCT7-2F1PassportPearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel——
TBO (hrs)4000On-ConditionOn Condition
Horsepower1800——
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)641——
Flat Rating—ISA + 15—
Thrust (lbs)—1892018250
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77——
Length (ft)61.58111109.9
Cabin Width (ft)7.5888.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.56.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.554.556.9
Overall Height (ft)18.182725.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5——
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128——
Wingspan (ft)—104103
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——195